Isopropyl Alcohol (IPA) is a clear, colorless, volatile material with a mild odor and a relatively low toxicity compared to alternate solvents. These characteristics allow its use for a variety of applications. IPA is miscible in water, alcohol, and most organic solvents. It will dissolve substances such as cellulose; natural resins; oils and gums; alkaloids.
Characteristics
- Fast evaporation rate
- Solvency power
- Low impurities
- Mild odor
- Flammable
- Non-HAP (Hazardous Air Pollutant)
- Low photochemical reactivity
Grades
- Industrial
- USP
- USP Kosher
- Pharmaceutical
Products available
- Isopropanol 99%
- Isopropanol 99% USP
- Isopropanol 70%
- Isopropanol 70% USP
- Custom blends and dilutions
Sizes available
- Bulk rail car
- Bulk tank truck
- Totes (IBC)
- Drums
- Pails
- Cases
Applications
Chemical manufacturing |
Chemical intermediates, organic synthesis, dehydrating agent, coupling agent |
Coatings, adhesives, sealants and elastomers |
Nitrocellulose lacquers and thinners, printing inks, lithographic printing, adhesives, resins, graffiti remover |
Household and industrial cleaning |
General-purpose cleaners, detergents, disinfectants, electronics cleaners, polishes |
Pharmaceuticals |
Carriers, chemical intermediates |
Personal care |
Cosmetics, hand and body soaps, hand sanitizers, hairspray, sunblock, perfumes |
Miscellaneous |
De-icing |
Univar Solutions is the premier Isopropanol Alcohol distributor in the USA
- Vast network of 120+ wholly owned facilities with bulk tank, rail car, blending and packaging infrastructure
- Efficient private fleet with dedicated drivers servicing local regions
- Partnership with world class suppliers offering various manufacturing sites and production processes
- Experienced sales force with broad product and market knowledge
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